{"product_id":"julio-and-his-450-earth-gilles-cavalli-9798299241822","title":"Julio and his \"450 earth daugthers\": And 7 other inspiring stories","description":"\"\u003cb\u003eStanding on earth: seeds of heroes\"\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003e(VOLUME 2) - Discover 8 new agricultural heroes around the world\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAn inspiring journey across 5 continents to meet extraordinary farmers\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eReady for your next adventure, young explorer?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAfter discovering Yacouba's incredible story in Volume 1, prepare to embark on an even more extraordinary journey! \"Standing on earth: seeds of heroes Volume 2\" takes you on a captivating expedition across five continents to meet eight remarkable agricultural heroes whose stories will amaze, inspire, and transform how you see the food on your plate. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eMeet Your New Heroes: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSOUTH AMERICA: \u003c\/b\u003e Julio Hancco Mamani, Peru's \"Potato Guardian,\" who lovingly tends to 450 varieties of potatoes like his own daughters \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFRICA: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMama Douala (Cameroon)\u003c\/b\u003e - transforms cassava from \"poor people's food\" into golden treasures, leading 400+ women to economic independence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWilliam Kamkwamba (Malawi)\u003c\/b\u003e - the teenage inventor who built a windmill from scraps to bring electricity and water to his drought-stricken village\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cb\u003eASIA: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBinda (Nepal)\u003c\/b\u003e - rises from tragedy to become her village's beacon of hope through innovative farming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThe Seed Guardians (India)\u003c\/b\u003e - women protecting over 4,000 rice varieties in community seed banks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eShi Guangyin (China)\u003c\/b\u003e - the desert warrior who planted 53 million trees to transform wasteland into green paradise\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cb\u003eNORTH AMERICA: \u003c\/b\u003e Raylene Nickel (USA) - the 70-year-old farmer who shares her \"prayer hill\" wisdom and land with struggling young farmers\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eEUROPE: \u003c\/b\u003e Méline \u0026amp; Antoine (France) - the couple who traveled the world learning sustainable farming to create their award-winning \"Farm of a Thousand Adventures\" \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eReal Stories, Real Heroes: \u003c\/b\u003e Every story is 100% true, featuring living people making extraordinary differences today\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eInteractive Learning: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"Your Turn to Play!\" sections with thought-provoking questions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"Did You Know?\" fascinating facts about each country\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"Seeds of Wisdom\" - collectible life lessons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFamily discussion prompts to share with parents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cb\u003eGlobal Perspective: \u003c\/b\u003e Discover how food connects us all while celebrating the diversity of agricultural traditions worldwide\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eEducational \u0026amp; Entertaining: \u003c\/b\u003e Perfect blend of adventure storytelling and valuable learning about: \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSustainable agriculture and environmental protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCultural diversity and global citizenship\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInnovation and problem-solving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResilience and determination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommunity cooperation and social impact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerfect For: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eYoung readers (ages 8-12)\u003c\/b\u003e seeking adventure and inspiration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFamilies\u003c\/b\u003e wanting meaningful discussions about food, environment, and global citizenship\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eEducators\u003c\/b\u003e teaching geography, environmental science, or social studies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Themes: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e*\u003cb\u003eEnvironmental Stewardship\u003c\/b\u003e - Learn how individuals can positively impact climate change\u003cbr\u003e*\u003cb\u003eCultural Appreciation\u003c\/b\u003e - Discover traditions and innovations from around the world\u003cbr\u003e*\u003cb\u003eGender Empowerment\u003c\/b\u003e - Meet inspiring women breaking barriers in agriculture\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e*Innovation \u0026amp; Creativity\u003c\/b\u003e - See how limitations spark incredible solutions\u003cbr\u003e*\u003cb\u003eCommunity Building\u003c\/b\u003e - Understand how individuals create positive change for many\u003cbr\u003e*\u003cb\u003eFood Security\u003c\/b\u003e - Explore where our food comes from and why biodiversity matters \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor's Mission: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGilles Cavalli, \"World Citizen,\" believes every child deserves to know the heroes who feed our world. Through these authentic stories, he aims to inspire the next generation of environmental stewards, innovators, and compassionate global citizens. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003e\"May the seed be with you!\"\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Gilles Cavalli\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798299241822\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 08\/23\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 62\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.24lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.16d","brand":"Gilles Cavalli","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48997108842751,"sku":"9798299241822","price":13.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/julio-and-his-450-earth-gilles-cavalli-9798299241822","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}